Bassel Rahmy, CEO of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA), said state entities are working in close coordination to mitigate the impact of global economic challenges on startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Egypt. He added that efforts are also focu»»»

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi stressed on Saturday the importance of adhering to defined timelines for the completion of housing and infrastructure projects, while removing obstacles facing investment in the sector, according to a presidential statement. During a meeting with Housing Mini»»»

Egypt is stepping up the pace of ongoing healthcare projects and has put up an urgent plan to upgrade hospitals in Matrouh ahead of the summer season, the Ministry of Health said. In a statement, the ministry said Health Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar met with representatives of the Interior Ministr»»»

ANTALYA: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met separately on Saturday with officialson the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. Dr Al Khulaifi met withMinister of Foreign Affairs of the Plurinational State of Bolivia HE Fern»»»

Sofia police have seized over 10 kg of fentanyl since the beginning of the year, the Interior Ministry said. Five investigations are underway and five people have been detained on suspicion of distribution. The seized quantity is equivalent to around 40,000 doses, with one dose averaging 0.25 grams»»»

Damascus, April 18 (SANA) Natural perfume production in Syria is expanding through home-based projects led by women who have turned traditional skills into small businesses, combining heritage craftsmanship with economic necessity. The craft of perfume-making involves extracting and blending scents»»»

Latvia's parliament has approved a €30mn ($32.7mn) short-term state loan to national carrier airBaltic after a dispute that threatened to collapse the ruling coalition, LETA reported on April 16. The loan was approved by 4»»»

Iran has announced tax exemptions for families with three or more children under the country's Family Support and Youth Population Law, state media reported on April 18. The announcement comes as the Islamic Republic's tot»»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

Latvia's parliament has approved a €30mn ($32.7mn) short-term state loan to national carrier airBaltic after a dispute that threatened to collapse the ruling coalition, LETA reported on April 16. The loan was approved by 4»»»

The control of Russia’s internet, including the latest escalation of the war on VPNs, has reportedly shifted to the Federal Security Bureau’s (FSB) Second Service unit, headed by Colonel General Alexei Sedov, according to an investigation by The Bell. »»»

The number of Russian sabotage operations recorded in Europe almost quadrupled between 2023 and 2024, according to new research from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) that highlights growing concerns over the resilience of European critical infrastructure. »»»

Europe is increasingly shifting from a free-market model toward a system where the state sustains industry through massive, long-term funding. With weak private demand and high energy costs, sectors like defense and infrastructure are becoming the main drivers of production and employment. Rising c»»»

Poland’s cement industry is under pressure from declining production, rising imports, and high energy and CO2 costs. Output is expected to fall 2% y/y in 2026 to 16.8 million tons, while imports may exceed 2 million tons, driven largely by cheaper supply from Ukraine. Industry leaders warn this cre»»»

Doha, Qatar: Officials and members of the Shura Council stated that the adoption of Qatar's emergency item at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) reflects the growing impact of Qatari parliamentary diplomacy and its role in supporting national, Arab, and Islamic positions. They noted in statements »»»

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met with Justin Sun, founder of the Tron blockchain platform. The presidential press service reported. The parties discussed current issues of global financial transformation, development of virtual assets, and blockchain technologies in Kyrgyzstan. Welcoming t»»»

Azamat Kadyraliev, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Ahmed Hussein Al-Sharaa , President of Syria, met on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. According to the Presidential Administration, Kadyraliev represented the country’s interests as »»»

Dubai: Dubai has, over the past two decades, demonstrated a consistent ability to navigate global financial crises and a pandemic. The current climate, however, feels distinct. There is a palpable gravity to today’s global headlines, yet on the ground in the UAE, the atmosphere remains one of focus»»»

ANTALYA: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi participated in a high-level session on the sidelines of the fifth Antalya Diplomacy Forum titled 'Emerging Partnerships in International Mediation for Peace'. In his remarks during the session, D»»»

Israel’s Ministry for Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism has published its list of top ten “anti-Semite and anti-Zionist” influencers for 2025. Six of the ten “influencers” are based in the US, including American conservative journalist Tucker Carlson, far-right activist Nick Fuentes, and »»»

US President Donald Trump has ordered an investigation into the mysterious deaths and disappearances of nearly a dozen American scientists with access to some of the nation’s most closely guarded nuclear and space secrets. The cases have fueled online speculation ranging from foreign espionage to a»»»

Abu Dhabi: More than 25,000 people from across society took part on Saturday in the “Your Nation Is Fortified” race in Abu Dhabi, in a strong show of unity, cohesion and social solidarity across the UAE. The race began at Wahat Al Karama and ended at Erth Abu Dhabi (Armed Forces Officers Club & Hot»»»

Damascus, April 18 (SANA) Finance Minister Mohammad Yisr Barnieh said that low-income earners in Syria will be fully exempt from taxes under a proposed reform, clarifying that the total tax-exempt annual income reaches 64 million Syrian pounds. In statements to SANA, Barnieh explained that individu»»»

Muscat, Oman: The member states of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf (GCC) have achieved remarkable progress in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) indicators, clearly outperforming global averages, particularly in the fields of health, education, and basic»»»

PoliticsGlobal issuesRecord fuel prices: How are governments responding?Jan D. WalterIn Germany, a liter of diesel costs up to 40% more than before the Iran war and other countries have seen even bigger price jumps. What are governments around the world doing to combat record fuel prices? https://p»»»

Hamas is facing its strongest pressure yet from mediators and other parties to agree, even in principle, to the “Peace Council” document before negotiating its terms, particularly the plan to disarm factions operating in the Gaza Strip, especially its armed wing, the Qassam Brigades. Two Hamas sour»»»

Dubai: As schools across the UAE reopen their doors, families are once again slipping into familiar routines, from early morning alarms to last-minute school shopping. The return marks a renewed sense of normalcy after nearly 50 days of distance learning mandated amid regional tensions linked to th»»»

Dubai: Calling all fans of Global Village! After weeks of maintaining it would remain closed until further notice, good news finally landed on April 18, Saturday, with the popular destination set to welcome visitors again soon. It will open again on April 20th, 5pm. The attraction had remained shut»»»

Seven weeks of war have failed to topple Iran’s theocratic rulers or force them to meet all of President Donald Trump's demands, but for US adversaries and allies it has cast a spotlight on one of his central vulnerabilities: economic pressure. Even with Iran’s announcement on Friday that it was re»»»

Newark, United States: World Cup fans will have to pay $150 -- more than 10 times the normal price -- for the quick round-trip train between New York and Meadowlands stadium when it hosts the tournament's final and seven earlier matches, local officials said Friday, drawing outrage. The 36 miles (5»»»

Governance, ESG Compliance and Risk Priorities for Qatar's Private Sector," which brought together more than 200 participants from across the business and professional community. The webinar brought together a distinguished group of participants representing banks, law firms, embassies, real estate»»»

In a major plot twist most people probably did not see coming for 2026, cabbage is trending, taking the spotlight on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. Pinterest even named it this year’s "it” vegetable, predicting cabbage steaks, kimchi cocktails and other cabbage-forward recipes»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) expects the Indian economy to maintain robust growth despite global challenges and geopolitical volatility, projecting that strong domestic fundamentals will keep expansion above 6%, reinforcing its position among the world's fastest-growing major economies. I»»»

Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC) said that the Palestinian cause today faces a growing gap between the clarity of principle and the hesitation of international will to implement it, noting that this gap lies at the heart of the conflict as it reflects the disparity betwee»»»

Bangkok, Thailand: The Thai government is closely monitoring the melioidosis situation amid the ongoing concern over the rising trend of infections, as a total of 732 cases have been recorded nationwide from Jan. 1 to April 16, with 23 deaths, an official said on Saturday. Deputy Government Spokesp»»»

Dubai: Several Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states have raised concerns over mounting risks to global food supplies, calling for a coordinated international action to safeguard supply chains amid ongoing global disruptions. The call has come during a meeting held at the Philippine Embassy in Rome»»»

Paris, France: French film star Nathalie Baye, a multi-Cesar Award winner who starred in Steven Spielberg's "Catch Me if You Can," has died at the age of 77, her family told AFP on Saturday. Baye, a stalwart of French cinema, starred in some 80 films and took home the best actress Cesar -- France's»»»

Doha, Qatar: Media City Qatar and Es'hailSat have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding satellite broadcasting capabilities and strengthening digital media infrastructure for licensed companies operating within Media City Qatar. Under the agreement, Es'hailSat will explore l»»»

Prime Minister Sherif Ismail said that there are no reforms without challenges, and that Egypt’s economic reform has went through its most difficult phase, and that the government is committed to continue its reform through, backed by the political leadership’s will and support, towards achieving i»»»

Skopje, 17 April 2026 (MIA) - The Government remains committed to maintaining the macroeconomic and public finance stability, fiscal consolidation, accelerated and sustainable economic growth. It closely follows developments amid the global uncertainty and undertakes measurds to manage the challeng»»»